Afterschool Program Intern - Elementary School

Cause Areas

When

Mon Jan 09, 2017 - Sat Apr 29, 2017

Where

2300 Henderson Mill Road NEAtlanta, GA30345

About

Our diverse youth programs, which include afterschool and summer camp programming, help refugee students overcome past and present challenges and move quickly down the road to academic and social success. New American Pathways offers a proven academic afterschool program to 130 ELL students in three high-need DeKalb County schools. Afterschool activities provide all students with free tutoring and mentoring, enrichment activities, nutritious snacks, and transportation.

Assist afterschool staff and AmeriCorps members with daily lessons and activities

Maintain organization and cleanliness of the classrooms and all other spaces utilized

Participate in recreational and enrichment activities with students

Maintain punctuality and good attendance; notify the Site Supervisor and Senior Youth Coordinator in the event of lateness or unexpected absence, and follow the organization’s protocol for planned absences

Help create a welcoming environment where all students feel safe and important

Other duties as assigned

Sensitivity to people of all cultures, ethnicities, and religious backgrounds

Submit to a criminal background check

Dependable and committed to the safety, health, and well-being of refugee youth

Computer competency in MS Windows and MS Word

At least 18 years of age and able to be physically active and mentally prepared to work with refugee youth of different ages, abilities, and backgrounds

Experience working with youth in grades K-5 in an educational setting, preferably with refugee and/or immigrant youth

Commitment to organization’s mission and serving refugees

Skills and Competencies

TO APPLY: Interested candidates may submit their application, resume and cover letter to Mary Cash at volunteerengagement@newamericanpathways.org, no phone calls please. This is a non-paid internship. Students may receive credit.